Oncology nursing forum
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Oncology nursing forum · May 2007
Comparative StudyFeasibility of a reflexology and guided imagery intervention during chemotherapy: results of a quasi-experimental study.
To evaluate patient characteristics to predict selection and maintenance of a complementary therapy and the feasibility of a randomized clinical trial (RCT) of complementary therapies. ⋯ An RCT of reflexology as a single therapy for females with breast cancer is most feasible compared to other complementary therapies.
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Oncology nursing forum · May 2007
Alignment of pain reassessment practices and National Comprehensive Cancer Network guidelines.
To improve nursing pain reassessment practices using a research utilization model and advanced practice nurses (APNs). ⋯ Research utilization models bring about desired practice changes under APN leadership. Aligning pain reassessment practices with clinical pain guideline recommendations promotes improved pain management through better reassessment documentation.